Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Suzette Hall

Wyandanch,NY

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nurses Aide and Home Health Aide with extensive experience recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient transfers, I excel in fostering trust and rapport, ensuring safety, and promoting independence in daily activities. Dedicated to continuous professional development and quality patient care.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nurses Aide , Home Health Aide,

Recco Homecare
06.2010 - Current
  • Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and demonstrating a willingness to help others as needed.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
  • Earned recognition from patients, families, and supervisors for consistently displaying compassion, attentiveness, and dedication towards improving overall patient experience and satisfaction.
  • Contributed to the efficient functioning of the nursing team by promptly responding to call lights and resolving concerns.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the supervising nurse immediately, ensuring timely medical intervention when needed.
  • Updated patient records accurately, enabling effective communication among healthcare providers for seamless care delivery.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted in patient mobility, improving their physical strength and independence with daily activities.
  • Streamlined workflow efficiency by stocking supplies, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining clean workstations for nurses'' use.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Promoted patient safety by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and falls prevention measures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently following established protocols in wound dressing changes, catheter care, and medication administration assistance under nurse supervision.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development, attending staff meetings and training sessions to stay current on best practices within the nursing profession.
  • Supported rehabilitation efforts within the facility through consistent encouragement of patients to participate in therapy sessions as prescribed by physicians or therapists.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Personal Care Assistant

Private Care
09.2016 - 08.2023
  • Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and demonstrating a willingness to help others as needed.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
  • Earned recognition from patients, families, and supervisors for consistently displaying compassion, attentiveness, and dedication towards improving overall patient experience and satisfaction.
  • Contributed to the efficient functioning of the nursing team by promptly responding to call lights and resolving concerns.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the supervising nurse immediately, ensuring timely medical intervention when needed.
  • Updated patient records accurately, enabling effective communication among healthcare providers for seamless care delivery.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted in patient mobility, improving their physical strength and independence with daily activities.
  • Streamlined workflow efficiency by stocking supplies, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining clean workstations for nurses'' use.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Promoted patient safety by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and falls prevention measures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently following established protocols in wound dressing changes, catheter care, and medication administration assistance under nurse supervision.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development, attending staff meetings and training sessions to stay current on best practices within the nursing profession.
  • Supported rehabilitation efforts within the facility through consistent encouragement of patients to participate in therapy sessions as prescribed by physicians or therapists.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Education

Nursing Assistant / Orderly - Nursing

American Medical Career Training Center
Queens, NY
12.1998

Patient Care - Health Care

Patient Care Inc
Queens, NY
12.1994

Diploma -

Jamaica High School
Queens, NY
06.1994

Skills

  • Bathing assistance
  • Patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient transfers
  • Bedside manner
  • Feeding assistance
  • Toileting assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Recording vital signs
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Compassionate
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient-focused care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Safety precautions
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Adaptable
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient assessments
  • Specimen collection
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Geriatric care
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Transporting patients
  • Light housekeeping
  • Inpatient care
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Quality assurance
  • Observing responses

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

Private Care
09.2016 - 08.2023

Certified Nurses Aide , Home Health Aide,

Recco Homecare
06.2010 - Current

Nursing Assistant / Orderly - Nursing

American Medical Career Training Center

Patient Care - Health Care

Patient Care Inc

Diploma -

Jamaica High School
Suzette Hall